Multiple sources report The Butler Bulldogs, Creighton Blue Jays and Xavier Musketeers will join the Catholic 7 basketball conference which consists of the seven college basketball only schools previously in the Big East: (Catholic institutions Marquette, DePaul, Georgetown, Villanova, St. John's, Seton Hall and Providence) Not since Martin Luther and the Protestant … [Read more...] about Butler, Xavier, Creighton joining Catholic 7 basketball conference (Big East Update)
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Big East/SEC Challenge Preview and Predictions
With the exodus of Big East teams leaving for the ACC, this is going to be the final year that the Big East/SEC Challenge will have such star power. The three day event tips off tonight and here is a preview including my brilliant, insightful predictions. … [Read more...] about Big East/SEC Challenge Preview and Predictions
10 Non-NCAA Tournament teams ready to make a splash next season
College basketball fans whose team didn't make the NCAA Tournament are probably already looking ahead to the 2012-2013 season. Typical tourney teams like UCLA, Arizona, Butler, Villanova, and Maryland should have bounce back seasons next year and vie for a spot in the Big Dance. Here are ten non-tourney programs to watch out for next season. … [Read more...] about 10 Non-NCAA Tournament teams ready to make a splash next season
2011-2012 Big East basketball power rankings (2/17/12)
The biggest news involving Big East basketball this past week; Buh-bye West Virginia. This will in fact be the Mountaineers final year as a member of the conference as they head to the Big 12. Meanwhile, several teams have their NCAA Tournament hopes on life support and need to finish the season strong to ensure a spot in the dance. Be sure to check back every Friday for my … [Read more...] about 2011-2012 Big East basketball power rankings (2/17/12)
2011-2012 Big East basketball power rankings (2/10/12)
The biggest news involving Big East basketball this past week was the announcement that Memphis will be joining the conference beginning in the 2013-2014 season. Meanwhile, teams are beginning to separate themselves from the pact and state their claim for the NCAA Tournament. Be sure to check back every Friday for my latest Big East Power Rankings. … [Read more...] about 2011-2012 Big East basketball power rankings (2/10/12)
